LEED Green Associate (LEED GA) — Question 77

Installing which of the following will increase the quantity of the rainwater that is discharged from a site?

Answer options

• A. Vegetated roof
• B. Porous pavers for parking lots
• C. Concrete sidewalks and parking areas
• D. Bioswales and ram gardens with native plants

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is C, as concrete sidewalks and parking areas are impermeable surfaces that do not absorb water, leading to increased runoff. Options A and B, vegetated roofs and porous pavers, respectively, are designed to absorb and manage rainwater, while D, bioswales and rain gardens, also promote water infiltration rather than increasing discharge.